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Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment
Housing for Nomadic Tribes
Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Development and Welfare Board for De-notified, Nomadic and Semi- Nomadic Communities has launched the Scheme for Economic Empowerment of DNTs which inter-alia includes housing for Nomadic Communities. The scheme will be implemented throughout the country including West Bengal.
One of the objective of the Scheme for Economic Empowerment of DNTs  is to take initiatives to save their traditional art and facilitate their marketing initiatives for Skill Development, encouragement to community clusters, Self Help Groups , Community Based Organisations  etc. in order to boost livelihood opportunities to Nomadic Communities.
This information was given by Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment Sushri Pratima Bhoumik in the Lok Sabha in a written reply today.
Prime Minister's Office
PM’s remarks during Special Discussion marking the 250th session of Rajya Sabha
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today spoke at a special discussion in the Upper House of Parliament marking the 250th session of Rajya Sabha.
Addressing the historic session, Prime Minister said that Rajya Sabha made significant contribution to the history of the country and that the house has also seen history being made. He added that the vision of the makers of Indian Constitution in creating a bicameral legislative framework has enriched our democracy.
Prime Minister said that Rajya Sabha is representative of India’s diversity and is a reflection of India’s federal structure. He said that Rajya Sabha never dissolves and its continuance in perpetuity makes the House eternal. Rajya Sabha provides an opportunity to those away from electoral politics to contribute to the nation and its development, PM added.
Prime Minister emphasized the role of Rajya Sabha in furthering the spirit of cooperative federalism as envisioned by the Constitution of India.
He said Rajya Sabha has always risen to the occasion in the interest of nation. In this context, he mentioned about the role of Rajya Sabha in the passage of various important legislations dealing with GST, Triple Talaq and Article 370.
Recalling Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee’s words on the importance of Rajya Sabha, Prime Minister said that the Rajya Sabha must be a vibrant supportive house for national progress. He also recalled Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar and his contributions towards national progress and development through the Upper House of Parliament.
Prime Minister appreciated the ethics displayed by certain Members of Parliament in adhering to parliamentary norms and effectively putting across their opinions without disrupting the functioning of the house. Much can be learnt from these practices, he added.
Reminding that Rajya Sabha is vital for the effective functioning of our democracy, Prime Minister said that the checks and balances provided by the Upper House should not be misused for clogging and blocking.
Ministry of New and Renewable Energy
Shri Bhagwant Khuba to attend Intersolar Europe 2022
Minister to deliver key note address at investment promotion event “India’s Solar Energy Market”
Union Minister of State for Ministry of New and Renewable Energy Shri Bhagwant Khuba will leave for Munich, Germany tomorrow to attend Intersolar Europe 2022 to be held from 11th May to 13th May 2022. The Minister would deliver key note address at the investment promotion event “India’s Solar Energy Market” on 12th May 2022 in Munich. The event is being organized by the Indo-German Energy Forum .
The event is crucial in terms of potential benefits that India can garner such as technology transfer in the field of solar, investments in solar manufacturing by international investors, investment from KfW development bank, and knowledge sharing pacts with Europe.
Intersolar is the world’s leading exhibition series for the solar industry and its partners. It unites people and companies from around the world with the aim of increasing the share of solar power in our energy supply. With more than 30 years of experience, Intersolar has the unique ability to bring together members of the solar industry from across the world’s most influential markets. Intersolar exhibitions and conferences are held in Munich, São Paulo, Long Beach, Gandhinagar, Dubai and Mexico City. These global events are complemented by the Intersolar Summits, which take place in emerging and growing markets worldwide.
The event will be attended by more than 20,000 people including ministers and secretaries from various nations. Major multinational companies of the Renewable Energy sector like ABB, Siemens, Ercon, 3S Swiss Solar Solutions, Meyer Burger Technologies AG, BayWa r.e. GmbH, Engie, Enel, and Wacker are likely to be represented through their CEOs at the event.
Ministry of Railways
NHSRCL adopts aerial LiDAR Survey technique to conduct the ground survey for Delhi-Varanasi High Speed Rail Corridor
National High Speed Rail Corporation Limited will be adopting Light Detection and Ranging Survey  technique using Laser enabled equipment mounted on a Helicopter for conducting ground survey forthe preparation of Detailed Project Report for the proposed Delhi-Varanasi HSR corridor.
The alignment or ground survey is a crucial activity for any linear infrastructure project as the survey provides accurate details of areas around the alignment. This technique uses a combination of Laser data, GPS data, flight parameters and actual photographs to give accurate survey data. Based on the findings of the survey, designing of the vertical & horizontal alignment, structures, location of the stations and depots, Land requirement for the corridor, identification of project affected plots/structures, Right of Way etc are decided.
The aerial LiDAR survey technique, for the first time for any railway project in India, was adopted forthe Mumbai- Ahmedabad High Speed Rail Corridor primarily because of its high accuracy. The ground survey using aerial LiDAR for MAHSR alignment was done only in 12 weeks against the 10-12 months if had been done through traditional survey methods.
Keeping in mind, the magnitude of the project and adhering to the timelines to submit the Detailed Project Report of DVHSR corridor, the ground survey using aerial LiDAR techniquehas already started. Reference points on the ground have already been marked and data collection through equipment mounted on a Helicopterwill commence from 13th December 2020  in a phased manner. The requisite permissions from the Ministry of Defence for flying the Helicopter have been received and the inspection of the aircraft and equipment are underway.
The proposed Delhi-Varanasi HSR alignment covers mixed terrains including densely populated urban and rural areas, Highways, Roads, Ghats, Rivers, Green fieldsetc, which makes this activity more challenging.
NHSRCL has been entrusted with the work for preparing Detailed Project Report for the Delhi-Varanasi HSR Corridor by the Ministry of Railways. The tentative length of the corridor is about 800 km, the alignment and stations will be decided in consultation with the government.
Ministry of Defence
2nd IEEE International Conference on Range Technology
- DRDO virtually organises the conference
- Speakers to present their achievements related to Test & Evaluation of defence systems
- DRDO Chairman calls for embracing developments in Range Technology to meet future challenges in Test & Evaluation
The 2nd Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers  International Conference on Range Technology  is being held virtually on August 05, 2021. The conference has been organised by Integrated Test Range  Chandipur, a laboratory of Defence Research and Development Organisation . It was inaugurated by Secretary, Department of Defence R&D and Chairman DRDO Dr G Satheesh Reddy. The event will host speakers from across the globe, who will present their technological achievements in multiple subjects related to Test and Evaluation of defence systems.
In his address, Dr G Satheesh Reddy highlighted the importance of embracing recent developments in Range Technology to meet the future challenges in Test and Evaluation. He emphasised on the importance of the conference in exploring current trends in Range Technology and Range Instrumentation, which are essential elements of a world class Test Range. The DRDO Chairman lauded the effort of ITR for organising an event of such scale amidst restrictions due to COVID-19 pandemic.
The conference will be a very effective platform for all the Range Technology enthusiasts to interact with each other and stay updated with recent developments in relevant fields. More than 250 technical articles were submitted by experts on the relevant subjects, out of which 122 articles have been selected by a specialised technical committee. The technical presentation will be done in four parallel sessions during August 05-06, 2021. A virtual industrial exhibition is also being held in which more than 25 industries and organisations from India and abroad will display their products and technologies.
The inaugural function of the conference was organised online with dignitaries joining over video conference from different locations. Former Scientific Advisor to Raksha Mantri Dr Avinash Chander was the Chief Guest on the occasion. The inaugural function was also attended by Director General  Dr BHVS Narayanmurthy; ex-DG, DRDO Shri MSR Prasad; Director ITR Chandipur Shri HK Ratha along with other delegates and participants. The ICORT held biennially was first organised by ITR in 2019.
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Ministry of Communications
Goa Postal Division releases Special Cancellation for Christmas
Goa| 11.12.2020
Goa Postal Division released a Special Cancellation with slogan “LET’S ENJOY A COVID-19 FREE CHRISTMAS 2020”in the hands of Dr. Sudhir G Jakhere, Sr Supdt of Post offices, Goa Division Panaji on 11th Decemeber 2020. Shri. K Balaraju Asst. Director Postal Services, Regional Office, Panaji, Dr. M. R. Ramesh Kumar, President Goa Philatelic and Numismatic Society [GPNS] Goa and Postal Officials were present for the Function held at Conference Hall, Tapal Bhavan, Panaji. This special cancellation depicts the message for maintaining social distancing, wearing a mask and washing hands regularly while celebrating Christmas festival.
This Special cancellation will be impressed upon all the articles received for delivery at Panaji Head Post Office and Margao Head Post Office in the Goa Division w.e.f. 11th to 24th December 2020. The Special cancellation is expected to increase public awareness to take adequate precaution & to protect them against COVID-19 during Christmas celebration.
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Ministry of Panchayati Raj
PM shares tweet thread on empowerment of panchayats and local bodies
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has shared a tweets thread by MyGov regarding the empowerment of Panchayats and local bodies.
The Prime Minister tweeted :
"An informative thread on how we are empowering Panchayats and local bodies."
Special Service and Features
Dak Adalat
It is proposed to conduct DAK ADALAT on 21.09.2021 at 1500 hours at Anna Road HPO, Chennai 600002. The members of the public are requested to send their grievances, if any regarding Postal services  availed at Anna Road HPO, Chennai 600002, either in person or by post or through email at doannaroadhpo.tn@indiapost.gov.in, with the caption DAK ADALAT, on or before 18.09.2021. They may also attend the Dak Adalat in person on 21.09.2021 at 1500 hours.
This is stated in a press release issued by Shri M. Murali, Chief Postmaster, Anna Road HPO, Chennai - 600 002.
Ministry of Power
NTPC augments its solar footprint and achieves 69454 MW of installed capacity
Power giant lowers its carbon footprint through installation of RE projects
NTPC becomes world’s first Energy major to declare its Energy Compact goals
NTPC Limited, India’s largest integrated energy company achieved 69454 MW of group installed and commercial capacity with the commissioning of 56 MW Kawas Solar PV Project at NTPC Kawas, Gujarat on 15.08.2022.
NTPC is steadily lowering its carbon footprint by reducing greenhouse gas emissions through the installation of renewable energy projects in its existing stations as well as putting up green field RE projects. The Company has planned 262 MW floating solar on over 1300 acres of its reservoir area by installing over 9,50,000 PV modules at its various stations out of which 242 Mega Watt has been commissioned.
This includes the country’s largest floating solar of 100 MW at Ramagundam in Telangana, 92 MW at Kayamkulam in Kerala, and 25 MW each at Simhadri, Andhra Pradesh, and Kawas in Gujarat. These projects would light more than 2,00,000 households and would be instrumental in reducing over half a million tonnes of CO2 emissions on an annual basis. Besides these, the projects would entail a saving of 5 trillion liters of water per annum, sufficient to meet the yearly water requirements of 15,000 households.
NTPC has become the world’s first Energy major to declare its Energy Compact goals. Recently it has collaborated with Niti Aayog to achieve the ‘net zero’ targets. The NTPC Group plans to achieve 60 GW of RE in by 2032. Presently, NTPC has 2.3 GW of commissioned renewable capacity with 3.9 GW under implementation and execution. NTPC also has 4.9 GW of renewable energy capacity under tendering process which will further bolster the green energy portfolio of India’s largest power producer.
Prime Minister's Office
PM to inaugurate Fifth India International Science Festival today
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Fifth India International Science Festival at 4:00 PM today. He will address the gathering, being held in Kolkata, through video conference.
The prime objective of the festival is to instill scientific temper among people, showcase India’s contribution in the field of S&T and encourage translation of its benefits to people. It aims to build a strategy for inclusive advancement of Science and Technology.
The Theme of the Festival this year is- RISEN India- Research, Innovation, and Science Empowering the Nation
Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers
Union Minister for Chemicals and Fertilizers handed over the cheque of Rs. 813.24 crores to HURL in respect of Interest Free Loan
Union Minister for Chemicals and Fertilizers Shri D. V. Sadananda Gowda has handed over the cheque of Rs. 813.24 crores out of total amount of Rs. 1257.82 crore to MD, HURL in respect of Interest Free Loan to Hindustan Urvarak & Rasayan Ltd  for the revival of Gorakhpur, Sindri & Barauni projects. HURL operates environment-friendly & energy-efficient Natural Gas based new Fertilizer Complexes, spurring economic growth in eastern India.
Speaking on the occasion the Minister emphasized that the release of Interest Free Loan to HURL will further strengthen its financial condition during COVID-19. It will also assist HURL to complete its project in time i.e. 2021 and boost the “AATMA NIRBHAR BHARAT” campaign of Government of India by increasing the indigenous production of Urea. The operationalization of above three plants, will reduce the import dependency on urea by 38.1 LMT per annum and it will save huge forex to the Exchequer. The capacity of each plant would be 12.7 LMT per annum. The Minister also informed that HURL projects will create huge opportunities of direct and indirect employment.
The Gorakhpur, Barurani & Sindri projects have achieved 89%, 85.1% and 86.1% progress as on 28.02.2021. Once these projects are commissioned, it would increase our domestic capacity, and further self reliance in urea production.
Government had approved Interest Free Loan  of Rs.1257.82 crore to Hindustan Urvarak and Rasayan Limited  projects situated at Gorakhpur  Sindri  and Barauni  on 01.08.2018. Accordingly, a Loan Agreement was executed between Department of Fertilizers and HURL on 08.09.2020. As per approval, the total amount of the IFL is to be disbursed for 3 years of IDC, details of which are as under: -

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No.
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Name of
HURL’s
unit
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Amount in Ist
year IDC
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Amount in
2nd year IDC
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Amount in
3rd year IDC
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Total
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1
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Gorakhpur
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42.23
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168.90
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211.15
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422.28
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2
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Sindri
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41.58
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166.29
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207.90
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415.77
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3
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Barauni
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41.98
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167.91
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209.88
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419.77
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Total
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125.79
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503.1
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628.93
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1257.82
The zero date, commissioning as per original / revised schedule and Overall progress as on 28.02.2021 in respect of 3 projects of HURL  are as under: -
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Name of
HURL’s
unit
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Zero date
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Commissioning as per original schedule
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Commissioning as per revised schedule
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Overall progress as on 28.02.2021
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1
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Gorakhpur
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February,2018
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February,2021
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July, 2021
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89.00 %
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2
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Barauni
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May, 2018
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May, 2021
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December, 2021
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85.1 %
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3
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Sindri
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May, 2018
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May, 2021
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December, 2021
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86.1 %
PIB Headquarters
Apparel Training and Design Centre  providing golden opportunities to the students- T.V. K Reddy
Apparel Training and Design Centre  India’s Largest Quality Vocational Training Provider for the Apparel sector is providing golden opportunities to the students, said Shri T.V.K Reddy, Addl. Director General, Press Information Bureau. He was Speaking today in a press conference in CGO Towers, kavadiguda organised by ATDC. Engineering and Medicine courses are not only providing employment, it is the time for the students to look after alternate courses like fashion and design. ATDC is providing better vocational courses that are 100 % placement assured, he said
ATDC Director Shri .Ravi Kishore said, “Telangana is one of the fastest developing Textile Apparel Manufacturing clusters. ATDC has state -of -art infrastructure offering shop floor, supervisory and managerial skills to make industry- ready workforce. This will enable us to make new Skill Development forays in the State of Telangana as we propose to set up a “Regional Training Hub in Hyderabad, with additional training centres in the State”.
ATDC plans to set up additional ATDC-SMART centres in Major Textile-Apparel Clusters in Telanagna State and Apparel Design Centre in Hyderabad  with focus on “Innovative Designs” for Apparel Industry to create new brands and global fashions for youth. There are also plans to commence 3 year graduate courses in B.Voc  and B.Voc , 1 year diploma course, 6-8 month course and 3-4 month course.
Ravi Kishore said Interested candidates can find details from: ATDC-Vocational Institute, Survey No. 64, Opp. Hotel Avasa, Madhapur, Hitech City, Hyderabad-81, Contact No. 040-23112155/56, 9611238944.
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Ministry of Earth Sciences
Well-marked low pressure arealies centered over East Central & adjoining Northeast Arabian Sea
It is very likely to move further west-northwestwards and concentrate into a Depression over eastcentral& adjoining northeast Arabian Sea during next 12 hours
Sea condition will be rough to very rough; Fishermen are advised not to venture into eastcentral& adjoining northeast Arabian Sea
According to the Cyclone Warning Division of the India Meteorological Department :
The well-marked low pressure area over East Central & adjoining Northeast Arabian off South Gujarat coast moved west-northwestwardsand lay centered over East Central & adjoining Northeast Arabian Sea at 0530 hrs IST of today, the 17th October 2020.
It is very likely to movefurther west-northwestwardsand concentrate into a Depression over eastcentral& adjoining northeast Arabian Sea during next 12 hours.
Warnings:
 Rainfall
- Light to moderate rainfall at a few places very likely over coastal Districts of Saurashtra during next 24 hours.
 Wind warning
- Strong wind speed reaching 40-50 kmph gusting to 60 kmphlikely to prevail over east central and adjoining northeast Arabian Sea during next 12 hours; 25-35 kmph gusting to 45 kmph along & off south Gujarat and north Maharashtra coasts during next 24 hours.
- It would increase, becoming Squally wind speed reaching 45-55 kmph gusting to 65 kmph over east central and northeast Arabian Sea from 17th October evening and over central and adjoining northwest Arabian Sea on 18th October.
-  Sea condition
Sea condition will be rough to very rough over eastcentral& adjoining northeast Arabian Sea on 17th October and over central and northwest Arabian Sea on 18th October; rough along & off south Gujarat and north Maharashtra coasts on 17th October.
 Fishermen Warning
- Fishermen are advised not to venture into eastcentral& adjoining northeast Arabian Sea on 17th October and over central & northwest Arabian Sea on 18th October.
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OBSERVED AND FORECAST TRACK OF WELL MARKED LOW PRESSURE AREA OVER EASTCENTRAL & ADJOINING NORTHEAST ARABIAN SEA BASED ON 0000UTC OF 17THOCT, 2020
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Ministry of Road Transport & Highways
Extensive road network in the Himalayan region will help boost the tourism sector: Nitin Gadkari
Union Minister reviews progress on Z-Morh and Zojila tunnels.
During his visit to review progress of work on Zojila and Z Morh tunnels in Sonamarg Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Shri Nitin Gadkari said that extensive road networks in the Himalayan Region will help boost the tourism sector in the area. The minister is on a two day visit to the Union territory of Jammu & Kashmir.
Addressing the media persons the minister gave the detailed information about the two tunnel projects and said that the Central Government has given a new impetus to the construction of new highways, tunnels and bridges which will bring transformative changes in the lives of people and will create huge employment opportunities for the local people.
He said that Zojila tunnel project will provide all weather connectivity to the Union Territory of Ladakh. He assured that work on the Zojila Tunnel is in full capacity and NHIDCL is geared up to continue the work in winter months. He stressed for putting in every effort in place to complete the project well before the scheduled date.
Shri Gadkari expressed his satisfaction on the work progress and said that the Zojila tunnel is of a significant importance to the development and tourism for both UTs of J&K and Ladakh as it will provide round the year connectivity to Ladakh region.
Pertinent to mention that, once completed the Zojila tunnel will be India’s longest road tunnel and Asia’s longest bi-directional tunnel. Several bridges are being constructed along this route and a connecting tunnel from Z-Morh in the National Highway-1 to Zojila tunnel will be constructed in the Zojila Ghats between Sonamarg and Kargil. The entire work is divided into two divisions in the 33 km span.
Stressing upon the state of art infrastructure in the tunnel projects he said that appropriate security measures have been kept in place including vertical shafts at three places and adequate security and lighting measures with CCTV, fire alarm and heat detection systems at par with international standards.
He further highlighted various important tunnel, rail and road projects of the country that were completed on priority by the Government keeping in mind border security alongside development and said various infrastructure development projects are going on in full swing throughout Jammu and Kashmir.
Important to mention, the project site of Zojila tunnel is located at existing highway  starting from Sonamarg  and ending at Minamarg  at an elevation ranging from 2700m to 3300m, thus making the Zojila Tunnel  the longest tunnel at this elevation in Asia region. The present site location falls into seismic zone IV and all precautionary measures have been provisioned to safeguard the structures provisioned in the project.
Earlier the Minister also reviewed the progress on Tunnel 1 and Tunnel 2 at Nilgrar site and Z-Morh site. Minister of State for Civil Aviation Gen. V.K. Singh, Inspector General of Police  Shri Vijay Kumar and many other dignitaries were also present on the occasion.